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G677 XLA

1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

24,431 mi
Last recorded24,431 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2022
Typical for 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E57,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG677 XLA
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2022 24,431 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 24,307 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 24,295 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 24,195 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 23,940 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 22,515 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 22,515 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 16 May 2012 22,432 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 22,095 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 14 May 2010 21,676 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 May 2009 20,961 miles

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 May 2008 20,196 miles

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 May 2007 19,493 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2006 18,793 miles
Pass 16 May 2005 18,068 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E?

Based on 44,703 MOT tests across 5,158 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
716
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
5,158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,881
Steering rack gaiter split 2,979
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,706
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,326
fog lamp not working 2,243
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G677 XLA is a 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 57,985 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 City E fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 3,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G677 XLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 City E typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 City E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G677 XLA registered?

G677 XLA is a 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 7 August 1989.

Is G677 XLA safe to buy?

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